$940,000
SOLD DEC 18, 2025

5229 Strathmore Ave Kensington, MD 20895

3 Beds
3 Baths
3,946 Sq Ft
$300/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$238 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garrett Park Elementary School Rated A
  • Tennis Courts
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of December 2025

Welcome to this rarely available gem in the sought-after Strathmore Place! This meticulously maintained contemporary end-unit home offers a seamless blend of modern design and comfortable living, ideal for those seeking one-level living with additional space for recreation and entertainment.
Step inside and discover an open floor plan that boasts 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, enhancing the feeling of spaciousness with soaring ceilings and fabulous natural light. The interior features elegant flooring including hardwoods, updated windows, providing a warm and inviting ambiance throughout. The living area is centered around a wood-burning fireplace, perfect for cozy evenings.The kitchen is a chef's delight with its granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, double oven, warming tray and an oversized pantry, making meal preparation a breeze. Enjoy the convenience of laundry facilities on the first floor and a two car garage off the kitchen entrance on the main level.
This home's remarkable features include oversized windows, skylights and a basement offering storage, a bonus room with a cedar closet, a full bathroom and additional entertainment space.
Embrace exterior living in the amazing outdoor space, and take advantage of the community tennis/pickleball courts. Plus, the home comes equipped with owned solar panels, enhancing energy efficiency.
Located just minutes away from Grosvenor Metro, Strathmore Mansion and Music Center, providing easy access to 495 and 270, shopping, and dining; this home offers both tranquility and convenience. Don't miss this opportunity to experience contemporary living at its finest in Strathmore Place! Open House Sunday, 11/9, 1 - 4 PM.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ellen Gittleson

(301) 775-0109 elsellshomes@gmail.com Compass License #SP200204404 Listed on: 11/07/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Christina Gulick

(571) 641-9888 christina@onestreet.one Samson Properties

Samson Properties

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,815

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 4,884 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

  • $300 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Finished Basement
  • Connecting Stairway

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 38
  • Assessor Parcel Number 160401864453

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, management, snow removal, trash
  • Strathmore Place Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,815

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$300 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Expected On Market: 11/7/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Fully Finished
  • Total Sq Ft: 3946
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3946
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 473.90
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1973
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1973
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1973
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Mixed
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Refuse: 366.32
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 300.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Tennis Courts
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Management, Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Front Foot Fee Pymt Freq: Annually

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4884.00
  • Zoning: R60
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8815.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160401864453
  • Tax Lot: 38
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2025
Closed on
Dec 18, 2025
Sold by
Ellen D Neches Revocable Trust and Ellen D Neches Trust
Bought by
Cooper Carol Sue and Wall Stephen
Seller's Agent
Ellen Gittleson
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Christina Gulick
Samson Properties
List Price
$935,000
Sold Price
$940,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.53%
Views
48

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.56%
Original Mortgage
$893,000
Outstanding Balance
$893,000
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$43,063

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 2005
Sold by
Riibner Marvin B
Bought by
Neches William H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$550,000
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $940,000 Old Republic National Title In
Deed $785,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $893,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $550,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/18/2025 12/18/25 Sold $940,000 +0.5% $238 / Sq Ft
11/12/2025 11/12/25 Pending -- -- --
11/07/2025 11/07/25 For Sale $935,000 -- $237 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $8,815 $753,900 -- --
2024 $8,815 $712,600 $0 $0
2023 $7,627 $671,300 $290,400 $380,900
2022 $5,283 $655,500 $0 $0
2021 $6,841 $639,700 $0 $0
2020 $13,266 $623,900 $264,000 $359,900
2019 $6,433 $608,300 $0 $0
2018 $6,246 $592,700 $0 $0
2017 $6,127 $577,100 $0 $0
2016 $5,827 $560,367 $0 $0
2015 $5,827 $543,633 $0 $0
2014 $5,827 $526,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDMC2205126

Bright MLS

APN: 04-01864453